Personal Care Services for Greater Omaha

What Personal Care Services Include

Personal care provides hands-on help with daily activities. Depending on the agreed care plan and any applicable service authorization, support may include:

• •Bathing and hygiene - safe, respectful assistance with showers, sponge baths, and personal hygiene routines
• •Grooming - hair care, oral care, nail care, and skin care
• •Dressing assistance - help choosing weather-appropriate clothing and getting dressed
• •Mobility support - transfer and walking assistance
• •Medication reminders - reminders that follow the agreed care plan
• •Meal preparation - help preparing meals around stated routines and preferences
• •Light housekeeping - laundry, tidying, and maintaining a clean living environment

Who Benefits from Personal Care

Personal care may fit an older adult or an adult with a disability who needs hands-on help with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, or other daily routines. The appropriate tasks and schedule depend on the person's needs, caregiver availability, and any coverage or authorization requirements.

Medicaid Coverage for Personal Care in Nebraska

Many personal care services may be covered by Nebraska Medicaid, including through the Aged and Disabled (AD) Waiver program, or by private insurance for eligible clients. Coverage depends on eligibility, assessed needs, and authorization. Golden Years Health helps review coverage information and coordinate next steps so families can focus on getting the right care.

How personal care is planned

We start with the daily activities that have become difficult and the support already provided by family members. We then explain which personal care tasks fit our service, what scheduling may be available, and what coverage or authorization steps must be completed before covered care begins.

How to Get Started

Getting started is simple. Call us at (531) 217-5057 for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will discuss your needs, review available coverage information, and discuss caregiver availability and next steps. Timing varies based on authorization requirements and caregiver availability.